Confirmations this year will be celebrated in our Benefice with Bishop Joe on Tuesday 21st April 2026 at 7.30pm.Email areadean.pendle@blackburn.anglican.org for more information and check back on this page for any updates.Preparation informationFolders for youngsters will be available to be collected from church this Sunday 22nd and next Sunday 1st March.The first session for youngsters will be at 6pm on Monday 2nd March, online. A link will be sent to parents.Adult candidates will be contacted by Reverend Lesley and a meeting date arranged.
We had a good attendance and lots of questions. We are now going to offer 1:1 time with Darren, at The Refectory on an appointment basis. IT IS ALL FREE – isn’t this just wonderful! Contact me Areadean.pendle@blackburn.anglican.org to register and we will arrange a day and time. You will need to bring your device (lap top, mobile, iPad) with you. .
This Lent, we journey through the book of Acts, tracing how God’s story became the Church’s story—and ours. From a small, fragile group in Jerusalem to a worldwide movement, Acts shows God breaking barriers and transforming lives through His Spirit. This isn’t just history—it’s still unfolding today, and you’re part of it.Booklets will be available in church on Ash Wednesday and Sunday 22nd February
Below is a summary of our events. Full details of individual events will be given in the Weekly Newsletters and uploaded in the services and events page of the A Church Near You Website.Ash Wednesday – receive the imposition of ashes as we begin our Lenten journey togetherSundays in church – be spiritually fed by the EucharistDaily Devotional Readings – draw closer to God – a deep dive into the Book of Acts Lent Bible Study Group – ‘Knowing Jesus’ - getting to know Him and growing closer Mothering Sunday – we celebrate the love of all mothers and parents/ carersService of Wholeness and Healing –Weds 25th March 7.30pm St Anne’s. A time of prayer and the opportunity to receive the laying on of hands and annointing as we approach Holy WeekHoly WeekPalm Sunday - services in our churchesMaundy Thursday services – The Washing of FeetGood Friday – Last Hour by the Cross – contemporary service Easter Day - Celebration Services in our churches
